Brooklyn’s Book Battles Bullying

Brooklyn Doucette, a Grade 9 student, transformed her experience of bullying into a resource to help others by writing the book "Navigating Life" during elementary school. Using metaphors related to driving, she provides strategies to deal with bullying, emphasizing the importance of confidence and resilience. Despite challenges during COVID-19, the book received positive feedback, with teachers noting Brooklyn's personal growth. Her mother, Crystal, expressed pride in her daughter's development. Brooklyn's empathetic approach aims to reassure students that they are not alone in facing difficulties, fostering hope and resilience. With the support of counselors and strategies learned, Brooklyn has navigated high school with more positive relationships, encouraging all students to seek help if experiencing bullying or mental health challenges.